Weight loss and dysgeusia in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma patients treated with talquetamab.

Talquetamab is an approved therapy for relapsed multiple myeloma. This study examined dysgeusia and weight loss occurrences, alongside investigating symptom reversibility post-treatment cessation. Dysgeusia was prevalent, persisting in 15% of patients. On average, patients lost 6% of their weight during treatment, with weight loss persisting in about half of the patients post-discontinuation. Weight loss and dysgeusia are important adverse events to consider while on talquetamab treatment. Extending dose intervals can potentially prevent such adverse events and should be studied in future prospective clinical trials.
Competing Interests: Samer Al Hadidi reports receiving honoraria from Jansen, Sanofi, and Pfizer.
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